Calibration Technician jobs in West Virginia

About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

An Electrical Technician 3 – Calibration, under general supervision safely performs a variety of calibration functions. These functions include calibrating, troubleshooting, and repairing Measurement & Test Equipment (M&TE). An Electrical Technician 3 - Calibration is a journeyman-level position that understands the basic theory behind the measurement methods used in M&TE. This individual must be able to produce lab reports and communications in support of the calibration scope of services and other job-related functions.

Responsibilities

The Electrical Technician 3 - Calibration work may also include the following:

• Use Piping/Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and Instrument Indices to locate and service M&TE.
• Calibrate M&TE used to measure pressure, temperature, vibration, speed, voltage, current, frequency, and flow.
• Use ProCal software to create an instrument record, develop a test case, and record DUT measurements.
• Prove flowmeters in-situ using the MolBox system and sonic flow nozzles.
• Perform troubleshooting/problem identification and resolution of routine nature.
• Assist with developing calibration procedures for new or unique instruments.
• Use Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO) plans to ensure instruments can be removed and calibrated safely.
• Use Hart communicators, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, digital multi-meters, and logic analyzers to troubleshoot complex measurement problems.
• Perform calculations relating to signal measurement and measurement uncertainty.
• Use a variety of hand tools and testing instruments; and work safely with systems operating at levels up to 480 volts.

Electrical Technician 3 - Calibration under general supervision, may perform minor tasks as needed, including, but not limited to:

• Maintaining facilities in clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Organizing the interior and exterior of the work area and other maintenance facilities.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure timely project execution.

NOTE: It is understood that technicians may not be proficient in all job description duties at all times. This job description provides general descriptions of a broad range of allowed activities and is not intended to be a detailed listing of activities that technicians must perform. Technician on-the-job training and expectation of proficiency will vary with their assigned duties.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or GED and specific training in instrumentation, controls, and electrical installation are required.
• At least three years of experience with process M&TE calibration.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to identify errors or trends in calibration data.
• Electrician Journeyman's license.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experienced using ProCal or similar calibration management software.
• Basic understanding of measurement processes utilized in M&TE, measurement uncertainty, error, resolution, Test Accuracy Ratio (TAR) and Test Uncertainty Ratio (TUR).
• Basic understanding of electronics, electrical circuitry, and signal processing.
• Basic knowledge of computer systems and software programs for direct work activities such as Excel and administrative duties such as Email is required.

Preferred Responsibilities/Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED/TASC/ HiSET with at least ten (10) years of job-related experience or bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least eight (8) years of job-related experience.
• Calibration or Controls Technician Certification.
• Ability to read control system programming such as ladder logic, function block, structured text, sequential function block, and instruction list.
• Specific training and thorough knowledge in a specific area of measurement, instrumentation, or controls.
• Broad knowledge of other disciplines such as general math, geometry, electronics, etc.
• Working knowledge of diagnostic equipment and associated computer software.
• For instruments that cannot be calibrated at NETL, identify a third-party entity, obtain a quotation, and arrange shipment.

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the UMWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Principle Area of Assignment:

• Morgantown Calibration Shop in support of R&D projects.

Conditions of Employment:

• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the UMWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Entry into confined spaces is required.
• Lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Kneeling, standing, and walking, and use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, and must be able to work according to schedule.

Work Environment:

• The majority of the workday is in various environments, including outdoor areas, lab/research areas, and inside administrative areas. Assists in performing maintenance, housekeeping, or administrative duties in a typical shop environment where certain hazards exist.

Integrated Safety Management:

• Know and follow environment, safety, and health (ES&H) policies and procedures that apply to their job assignments.
• Become knowledgeable of and maintain awareness of the ES&H hazards associated with their work. Perform work safely in accordance with hazard controls.
• Report all unsafe operations and, if necessary, exercise stop-work authority in cases of imminent danger.
• Work only on those tasks in which they have the required competence, training, skills, and abilities to prevent injury to oneself, employees, the public, or the environment.
• Maintain active involvement in introducing, revising, and/or promoting ES&H/ISM program activities.

Hours of Work:

This is typically an 8-hour-per-day daylight schedule.  Response to urgent callouts at night and on weekends is required, as well as scheduled weekend/holiday electrical outages to perform preventive and corrective maintenance. However, these instances are very limited.

Travel

None

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination.  Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.